June 10, 2026

Forcht Bank is proud to announce that President and Chief Executive Officer Tucker Ballinger has been appointed to the Kentucky Bankers Association (KBA) Board of Directors.

Ballinger will serve as a Bank Size Representative for financial institutions with more than $1 billion in assets, representing community banking interests across the Commonwealth. His appointment places him among a distinguished group of banking leaders working collaboratively to advance Kentucky’s financial services industry.

The Kentucky Bankers Association, founded in 1891, is a nonprofit trade organization that provides advocacy, education, and resources to member institutions, helping strengthen the banking industry across the state.

Ballinger has served as President and CEO of Forcht Bank since 2011, bringing more than three decades of banking experience to his role. Under his leadership, Forcht Bank has remained committed to delivering exceptional service, strengthening customer relationships, and supporting the communities it serves throughout Kentucky.

“I’m honored to join the Kentucky Bankers Association Board of Directors,” said Ballinger. “Community banks play a vital role in the success of our local economies, and I look forward to working alongside my peers to support the growth and success of Kentucky’s banking industry.”